December Birthstones
When it comes to winter-inspired jewelry, you’re not going to find much that’s more cozy than a December birthstone. Whether you’re looking for a one-of-a-kind gift or something special to wear on your own birthday, you’ll love these gems – each of which is in a wintery shade of blue that reflects the season’s chill.
Tanzanite
Perhaps the most exciting of all December birthstones, tanzanite was only recently added to the gem family. It was first identified in Tanzania as the mineral zoisite in 1962, but not until 1967 did prospectors find a primary source for this new gemstone. It was named tanzanite in honor of its country of origin.
Turquoise
The gem most commonly associated with those born in the month of December, turquoise is a semi-translucent to opaque variety of the mineral calcite. It can be found in a range of colors, including robin egg blue and sky blue. Veins of matrix (remnants of the rock in which it formed) are often visible in this stone, which makes it particularly unique.
Zircon
With a hardness ranging from 6 to 7.5 on the Mohs scale, zircon is a durable December birthstone choice. It can be heat-treated to produce a wide array of colors, and its radiant sparkle makes it an ideal choice for December birthstone jewelry. This gemstone is also highly versatile and can be used to add the bling of diamonds, rubies, and sapphires without breaking the bank!